Events

Alphabet Soup: How Picture Books Are Made, From A to Z offering an insider's view of the many steps artists and authors take to create picture books January 13 - June 2, 2024 East Gallery From woodblocks to pixels. Twisting Tales December 20, 2023 - August 4, 2024 Reading Library Once a fairy tale casts its spell, […]

Look Again: Portraits of Daring Women by Julie Lapping Rivera April 27, 2024–February 23, 2025 D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts » First Floor » Alpert Gallery Look Again: Portraits of Daring Women by Julie Lapping Rivera is an homage to exceptional, pioneering women working across centuries. In a series of hand-carved, woodcut and collage prints, Leverett-based […]

Stoneware Pottery Demonstration by Mark Shapiro Mark Shapiro has done extensive research on Thomas W. Commeraw, a free Black potter of early New York. Shapiro will be demonstrating some of Commeraw’s decorative techniques. This event is part of the Unnamed Figures opening celebration.

Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration featuring Pickled Oysters Come to the kitchen in Hall Tavern where we will pickle oysters and put them in a reproduction oyster jar made by Mark Shapiro and inspired by one designed by Thomas W Commeraw, a free Black potter of early New York. This event is part of the Unnamed […]

Join us for a vibrant day of community celebration at the Family Expo, proudly presented by Springfield Public Schools and Springfield Parent Academy. This year, we’re delighted to invite you to an event that embodies the spirit of “Create, Connect, Celebrate.” This gathering is a perfect opportunity for families to enjoy a range of activities, […]

On Saturday, May 4, 2024, the Amherst Railway Society will once again team up with Springfield Union Station to sponsor the - Celebration of Railroad Art and Photography. Railroads have long been the subject of art and photography. So, we are going to set aside a day to honor the talented people that paint and […]

🚀 LAUNCH INTO AN ADVENTURE THAT’S TRULY OUT OF THIS WORLD! Calling all space enthusiasts, explorers, and dreamers! Mark your calendars for our spectacular NASA Space Day event. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the cosmos filled with thrilling hands-on activities, mind-blowing LIVE science demonstrations, and a galaxy of wonders waiting to be explored. Space […]

Cyanotype Workshop with Jennifer Ablard May 4, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Raindate: Sunday, May 5 from 12-3pm. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn the basics of making cyanotypes by placing objects directly on the paper and exposing them to sunlight (photograms). These bright blue images will be made with common household […]

May the 4th be with you. The Star Wars saga continues as new heroes and galactic legends go on an epic adventure, unlocking mysteries of the Force and shocking revelations of the past. Luke Skywalker’s peaceful and solitary existence gets upended when he encounters Rey, a young woman who shows strong signs of the Force. […]

An exhibition of artwork by members of the Holyoke Arts League During the month of May 2024, the Wistariahurst Museum at 238 Cabot St. in Holyoke will host an exhibition of artwork by members of the Holyoke Arts League (HAL), founded in 1923 and celebrating its 101st year in Holyoke. The League holds artist demonstrations […]

Share the Share is a food justice-focused community festival open to all! The event will feature live music by student bands, arts and crafts, farm fest merch, catered snacks and ice cream, and baby animals. Amherst College Food Justice Alliance will also run a raffle to raise donations for Nuestras Raíces, a local food justice […]

Join us on May 4th for a celebration of the 150th Kentucky Derby! Spots are limited, so grab your ticket today! MAKE A RESERVATION Join us for an afternoon of southern tapas, specialty cocktails sponsored by Horse Solider bourbon and the big race! Come dress to impress to win our "Best Dressed" contest with a […]

Join the Greenfield Recreation Department at Greenfield Court Square for a spectacular Cornhole Tournament! Raise money for the fireworks, and have fun with your friends! 3rd Annual Cornhole fireworks fundraiser! Come and support the Greenfield Recreation and the awesome Fireworks display for Independence day! $50 per team of 2. Double Elimination Tournament. All skill levels welcome. Prizes […]

We've rounded up talented local artists to showcase their original songs for this free event! Line-up includes: Host: John Prout Heather McLarney Zach Andersen Sarah Esteves Jess Martin Jimmy Papapietro Vicki Gagliardi Grab a beer and a bite and be amazed by their artistry! *Reservations suggested at greatawakeningbrewing.com BE AWAKENED Join us in our spacious […]